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March 29, 2013

My tips for shopping at second-hand stores:1. Don't go expecting to find a lot of things, many times we don't find anything, but have an open mind!2. We don't go often to thrift stores, but when we do, sometimes we score big!3. I buy a lot of my kids' clothes at thrift stores. Most clothes have been previously worn a minimal amount of times, if at all. I don't buy clothes that are stained or torn, only ones that look basically brand new. I always wash my thrift store clothing finds before my kids wear them. 4. Ask yourself, do I really need this? Sure, it's all pretty cheap stuff, but somebody else gave it away! That means unless you really need it or have a use for it immediately, don't buy it and save some $$$!5. Look at the books! Many board books are in great condition, as well as holiday books. We've bought many children's books at thrift stores!6. Look at items with a different view, meaning, could you re-purpose it somehow? Many things I buy I end up spray painting to give it new life and a different look.